Primula chungensis

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Candelabra primulaPerennial, DeciduousFamily: Primulaceae

Flower colour:

Orange

Yellow

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full shade, partial shade

Aspect:

East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front

Soil

Prefers rich soil:

Boggy / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Candelabra primulas form semi-evergreen rosettes of leaves, from the centre of which arise upright spikes of small flowers grouped in loose, tiered clusters in late spring and early summer. Plants are best grown in groups and allowed to self-seed, so don't deadhead them after flowering.

Native to the marshlands and streamsides of China, Primula chungensis bears whorls of orange, tubular-shaped flowers above scalloped rosettes of mid-green foliage. It's perfect for growing in shady borders and near ponds. For best results grow in partial shade in moist but well-drained soil or compost, and incorporate plenty of organic matter such as leafmould. Primula chungensis is suitable for growing in pots, but only if watered regularly.

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Primula ‘Chungensis’ and wildlife

Primula ‘Chungensis’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Primula ‘Chungensis’ poisonous?

Primula ‘Chungensis’ can be toxic.

Toxic to:

Is known to attract Cats

Cats

Is known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is known to attract Horses

Horses

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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